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  • Bullion Records star Gyc celebrates “Women” in new single

    Bullion Records star Gyc celebrates “Women” in new single

    There was a lot of ovations for women as they came to the front burner at the premiere of a single,  released by a Lagos based Singer, Song Writer, Actor and a music producer, Fortune Kingsley popularly known as GyC.

     GyC  was recently signed by the frontline Record Label, Bullion Records and the music premiere took place last Saturday night at Casper & Gambini’s Lounge, located in Ikeja City Mall, Lagos. 

    Speaking on the music, ‘Woman’, GyC said it is a music that appreciates women. “God created men, God created money and God created women to eat men’s money. It shows that one needs to take care of women. Women needs to be taken care of.

    “There is no other inspiration for this song than woman. When you see a  woman, you have seen everything. Woman is everything. If you use woman positively, it pays back positively. And when you use woman negatively, it pays back negatively.

    ‘Woman’ is one of the best songs out  there and it is a master piece. It is not just a song for today, it is something you listen to in 20 years time and you still see the value of what I said. It is never go to stop, it is generational”.

    On what inspired him in singing the song, GyC said with the song , you already know the inspiration is women. When you see women, you know women are everything”. Urging the youths to take care of women.

    “My message to the youths is for them to take care of the women when they see them. Women not necessarily mean your girlfriend. She could be your sister or your mother and you should provide for them. Make sure they are secured”, GyC said.

    Also speaking at the premiere, the Managing Director of the Bullion Records, Mr Femi Elegbede said the single by GyC titled ‘Woman’ is a sing along song.

    “It is a blockbuster. It is something you will like to listen to. The album is coming and the video for the single is undergoing processing. Like in few weeks, the video will be out.

    “The significance of this single to the music industry is that it is coming from GyC . GyC is a very talented artist and he does music effortlessly. It is not hard for him to release any song . He sings on something that is ongoing in the country or that is going on around him and that is why he is our product.

    “I am very optimistic that the youth will benefit from the music.He said in the song, “God made man. Man made money. God made women to chop man’s money. It encourages and teaches youth to respect and take care of women

    Some of the personalities at the music premiere includes Kilamuwaye Badmus, Ibrahim Taofeek Kegbegbe and others.

  • Adeyemo: Oke-Ogun to present single candidate

    Oyo State Deputy Governor Moses Adeyemo has said there will soon be a consensus governorship candidate from Oke-Ogun.

    Adeyemo spoke at the weekend in an interview on Southwest Political Circuit, a political programme on Ibadan-based Fresh FM.

    The power shift to Oke-Ogun in 2019 is gathering strength.

    Adeyemo, who hails from Igboho in Oke-Ogun, is one of those aspiring to succeed Governor Abiola Ajimobi.

    Other aspirants from the area include Communication Minister Adebayo Shittu; Commissioner for Lands, Ajiboye Omodewu; Prof. Adeolu Akande, and Aderemi Olaniyan.

    Indigenes are pushing for power shift to Oke-Ogun. Ajimobi has backed their aspiration.

    The governor has described them as loyal and appreciative, adding that they contributed greatly to his re-election in 2015.

    But about eight aspirants from Oke-Ogun have signified their intention for the top job.

    Asked if he was not worried about the number of aspirants and the difficulty of having a single candidate from the area, Adeyemo said the leaders were meeting with all aspirants.

    The deputy governor assured the people that a consensus candidate would be chosen to represent Oke-Ogun.

    He pledged to support any aspirant the leaders choose.

    Adeyemo added that the interest of the area is more important than his personal ambition.

    Asked to explain the reason for the agitation for power shift, Adeyemo said the principle is practised to prevent domination.

    The deputy governor noted that rotation also applies at the federal level for peaceful co-existence and harmonious relationship.

    He said: “A candidate will soon be presented among the aspirants. That’s what we are working out. But I will not tell you how the candidate will emerge. Just expect our candidate soon.”

    Adeyemo berated the opposition, saying only the blind will fail to see the impact of the Ajimobi administration.

    He said the administration, which restored peace, was also rebuilding infrastructure and transforming the economic landscape.

  • Aramide works on first official single

    Aramide works on first official single

    Still expected to tour Canada in the later part of 2017, Nigerian female singer and songwriter, Aramide Sarumoh, aka Aramide, is currently working on a new single; her first official single after her ‘Suitcase’ album, released in 2016,

    Aramide revealed in a chat with The Nation: “Yes, I’m working on my next single set to be released soon. This is going to be my first official single after the release of my Suitcase album in 2016. And I’m also working on a new album.

    The singer also stated that her musical influenced had to do with the style of songs her father listened to while growing up. “The music my father listened to growing up influenced my style of music somehow. My dad is a music lover. He listened to different genres of music like Jazz, Afrobeat, Soul, funk and other great sounds. I give him that credit all the time and he loves it.

    Aramide’s debut album ‘Suitcase’ was released November 22, 2016 and features Sound Sultan, Ice Prince, Adekunle Gold, Koker and Sir Dauda. Productions credits include Cobhams, Laitan Dada, SizzlePRO, and Tintin.

    She also embarked on a tour tagged ‘Aramide Suitcase Live’ (ASL), a debut tour in the United States, Ghana and Nigeria, where she performed at the legendary Sounds Of Brazil (SOBs) in New York, the Ford Amphitheater at Coney Island Boardwalk among other locations.

    Aramide’s music quest started in 2006, when she contested on ‘Star Quest’ one of Nigeria’s most prestigious and competitive music talent hunt shows. Her band did very well in the competition as they were judged the 3rd Runners Up. In 2008, she was a part of a show called ‘Divas Unplugged’ in the famous city of Jos in Nigeria; the show had all the leading female artistes in the Nigerian music industry and her participation in this show was very challenging and inspirational.

    On September 9, 2014 she got signed to Baseline Music after exiting from Trybe Records.

  • Eda Boy drops new single

    Eda Boy drops new single

    Budding Nigerian musician, who simply goes by the name Eda Boy, has hit the music scene bats swinging with this dance track titled Fine Woman.

    The track, according to the artiste, was produced by Bahbow in such a way that every beat will leave you wanting to move your feet to the tune.

    Fine Woman, he said, also subtly samples Ed Sheeran’s Shape of You so listeners know the stuff he’s made of.

    Eda Boy is currently an undergraduate studying at Houdegbe North American University in Benin Republic.

    Fine Woman is the Edimas Music signee’s first single to be released to what could potentially be his new fan-base.

    The artiste described his genre of music as R&B, Hip-Hop and what he terms ‘a dash of party Jams’. His passion for music, he says, rings true in this brand new track.

    The feel of the track is groovy, with a hint of pizazz as the beat is particularly catchy. The perfect hype song when sitting in traffic or looking to have a good chill session with your buddies. It definitely comes alive and could be whatever you decide to make of it.

    Fine Woman was produced by Bahbow and mixed by Swaps.

  • Tolulase Oyemomi drops single, ‘Psalm 124’

    AFTER many years of making music and listening to others instrumentalist, gospel musician and studio owner, Tolulase Oyemomi has made a debut with the single, Psalm 124.

    The Abuja based artiste, who is simply referred to as Tolu, revealed that music to him is what water is to life. Asides playing at churches, he also makes melodious sounds for families and close relations at key occasions.

    He further revealed that his journey to music started from the cradle, by making sound with any object he could lay his hand upon as a child.

    “Writing music, singing and playing instruments are just like my own passion. It is more than a hobby now. From the way things are going on, it is now becoming a business that can earn me an income,” he said.

    Despite having a studio, the idea to come out with his own album never came up to him until recently. And the result is evident in Psalm 124.

    “By the Grace of God, I run a studio so I had access to recording songs. But I didn’t think of coming out with an album. I preferred to be on the lead and not just because I wanted to, but because leadership ability is rooted in me.  This I have learnt to be a gift or talent from God.

    “I was rehearsing on the keyboard one day and the (inspiration) tune came to me and God gave me words to fit into the tune and after a while I felt okay to record and I did. Here we are ” Tolulase added.

    Speaking about the song, the artiste said that he derives satisfaction in doing Gospel Music.

    “The reflection is to show the whole world that God can, and he will, because he is able to do wonders irrespective of your need or environment. If not for God, what would have been our testimony? That’s why the title, Psalm 124 was chosen,” he stressed.

  • 10-year old Tony extols Nigeria’s unity with new single

    10-year old Tony extols Nigeria’s unity with new single

    Ten-year old Tony Ohekuru Iji has preached the oneness of Nigerians as he released his debut single titled ‘Nigeria We Are One.’

    The song which was produced by Andrew Iji and released along with its visuals is aimed at promoting unity amongst Nigerians.

    Speaking during the launch on Sunday in Lagos, Ohekuru said his concern about the conditions of the internally displaced person (IDPs) inspired ‘Nigeria We Are One’

    “When I learnt a song from ‘Lion King’, my mom told me, why don’t I make a difference by singing and that was how I came about my own version titled ‘Nigeria We Are One’,” said Tony.

    “Seeing the less privileged and the IDPs suffering doesn’t make me feel relaxed about Nigeria so I made up my own song about Nigeria.”

    His mother, Mrs Angela Tony Iji, disclosed that Tony’s dream started when he was about seven years old as he always loved singing and asking questions about events happening in Nigeria.

    Shedding light on his how his music career won’t affect his education, Mrs Iji said, “I encouraged him but I gave him rules. I said, one, your education first. During school hours, he doesn’t do it and the rules we gave him again was, his songs must be message-laden songs, no indecent language, no indecent dressing and if he deviates from those rules, his father and I will withdraw our support.”

    She further disclosed that he is working on three other songs and urged other parents to encourage their children.

    “He’s working on a concert which will be coming up before the year ends. He’s also working on three songs.  He’s doing a campaign now which is clean up Nigeria and he is also doing another campaign for made in Nigeria goods that is, be Nigerian. So, I encourage other parents to bring out the talent in their children and not kill their passion.”

  • Ara drops debut single, Fimisile

    Ara drops debut single, Fimisile

    Talking drum exponent, Ofurum Chinedu, aka Ara (Thunder), known for her budding talent as Nigeria second generation potter, has announced her presence on the musical scene with the release of her first single, titled, Fimisile.

    Signed on to Atunda Entertainment, which nurtured Nigeria first ever female potter, also Ara (Wonder), to stardom, the young artiste, she started singing and performing at a very tender age and only turned professional in 2014

    Ara, who dislikes being mistaken for the older Ara (Wonder), says that she is coming with her own identity, sound and character and has worked very hard to carve a niche for herself with her strong and powerful renditions as well as the artistic touch that she brings to her act, especially with her youthfulness, energy and vibrancy that are often overwhelming when she takes to the stage really set her apart.

    Fimisile, she says, speaks to people of all ages, especially the youths on the realities of life and also as a reminder to all that life is a step by step process and should be experienced with patience.

    With this new release produced by Atunda Entertainment and Fliptcebeats, Ara, who is very well at home with live performances as she has gone on tour with Atunda Entertainment across the country and other parts of the world, is here to stay and will stop at nothing to get to stardom, which beckons.

  • World Bank advocates single regulatory authority for free zones

    World Bank advocates single regulatory authority for free zones

    The World Bank has called for a single regulatory authority for the operations of free zones in Nigeria.

    The advice was given at the Public Hearing organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Commerce in respect of a proposed amendment to Oil and Gas Export Free Zone Authority (OGEFZA) Act.

    In his presentation, Craig Raymond Giesze, Senior Operations Officer, Trade & Competitiveness Global Practice, World Bank Group stated that the institution had always advised countries seeking to attract investments into their economies through their free zones “to adopt the single regulatory authority regime for a number of reasons based on knowledge garnered over the years of what foreign investors look out for in an economy”.

    He said: “Beyond the fact  that a single regulatory authority is global best practice, the benefits include the fact that it reduces administrative costs; the approach creates investor confidence in an economy; investors abhor a confusing regulatory environment and consider such environment as too risky but prefer consistency in regulation because a single regulatory authority offers long-term stability that guarantees safety of investments. In that regard, the World Bank perspective would be that Nigeria should seriously consider the adoption of a single regulatory authority regime for its free zones”.

    Chairman of the House Committee on Commerce,  Sylvester Ogbaga, said the key objective of the public hearing was for invited stakeholders to make input that would assist the Committee in its legislative assignment of amending the proposed OGEFZA Act based on global best practice in order to increase the contribution of the free zones scheme to the national GDP.

    The Managing Directors of OGEFZA and NEPZA stated that the supervising ministry of both agencies had stated that it would need time to review and harmonise their respective submissions. Further, they requested a postponement of the public hearing pending the review of the ministry and the submission of their memoranda.

    General Counsel, Snake Island Integrated  Free Zone (SIIFZ) Adewale Dosunmu advised the Committee to ensure fairness, equity and justice in the course of executing its assignment by ensuring that stakeholders are given an opportunity of publicly knowing and reacting to the submissions of Nigerian Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) and Oil and Gas Export Free Zone Authority (OGEFZA) through a second public hearing by the Committee especially after harmonization of the positions of the two contending agencies by their supervising ministry the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment.

    Dosusmu pointed out to the Committee that four presidential and ministerial review committees set up by three previous administrations over the last two decades had recommended the merging of OGEFZA with NEPZA as best practice. This would remove confusion as to who regulates what and would bolster investor confidence in Nigeria. In addition, it would reduce the cost of governance by eliminating double expenses for two agencies who would ultimately be performing the same function.

    Furthermore, he informed the Committee that a proper examination of the existing OGEFZA Act for which the amendment was being sought would reveal that the intentions of the framers of the OGEFZA Act and that of then Head of State, General Sani Abacha, was specifically to restrict OGEFZA operations to only Ikpokiri and Onne Zones. He contended that the activities of OGEFZA over the years had not been in compliance with the provisions of the extant Act and proposed amendment in its current form would ratify years of unlawful activities.

  • Sirlex drops single, ‘International Girl’

    Sirlex drops single, ‘International Girl’

    Budding Nigerian hip hop and afro dancehall singer, Obinna Nweke Chukwuemeka aka Sirlex has begun the year with the release of a new single, International Girl.

    Born January 1, 1995, Sirlex who hails from Umawulu Anambra State described the track as a super tune which will leave his fans asking for more.

    Sirlex first hit the Nigerian music industry with his first single, Killing Me So, which earned him a record deal with Priest Entertainment. Following his signing, he released his limelight song, Desire, featuring Chocolate City’s Koker and the beautiful singer Niniola. The track was followed with an amazing video shot by Paul Gambit.

    International Girl is his second single under Priest Entertainment and the artiste says that he is hopeful the 2017 will be a great year for him and his team.

    The young singer had is secondary education at Kings College before going to further his studies at Gregory University where he studied History and International Relations.

    Sirlex made news in December 2016 when he got lynched by a group of policemen in Anambra State for trying to save a child from an angry mob. The incident left his right eye badly affected.

  • Minjin drops new single, Boogie

    Minjin drops new single, Boogie

    As a follow up to his song Jare, Swagga Records artiste, Minjin has released a new single in time for the end of the year. Titled Boogie, the song is produced by Chillings and is mixed and mastered by Suka sounds.

    According to the artiste, Boogie is a dance track that is sure to get people hit dance floor during this festive period.

    “It is expected to also be a listener’s delight on radio, and an extension to the hit jams that is offered this year. You know, we live in a country where no matter what we are going through, we still find time to make ourselves happy. We find time to Boogie. We are getting close to the festive season and I feel it’s a good time to drop a single like this,” the artiste says.

    “It’s been a while since I dropped my last single and I know my fans have definitely been expecting something new. I know my fans will be hitting different clubs and parties to celebrate what they have achieved during the year. So, the song is necessitated out of the need to give my fans something to celebrate with” he adds.

    Born Minjin Adewale Junior Lawanson, Minjin is a versatile entertainer whose music career started in 2010 after winning the High School Musical competition in Nigeria by Walt Disney and the Centage Superstar contest.